Author: William ShakespearePublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
King Lear, a tragedy ... New edition, with notes. Revu et adapté à l'enseignement dans les lycées ... par C. Witcomb
Author: William ShakespeareJulius Cæsar, a tragedy ... New edition, with notes. Revu et adapté a l'enseignement dans les Lycées ... par C. Witcomb
Author: William ShakespeareMacbeth, a tragedy ... New edition, with notes. Revu ... par C. Witcomb
Author: William Shakespeare"King Lear, a tragedy, by William Shakspere. New edition with notes". Revu et adapté à l'enseignement dans les lycées et autres établissements d'instruction publique, par C. Witcomb,...
Author: William ShakespeareThe Tragedy of King Lear
Author: William ShakespearePublisher: Graphic Arts Books
ISBN: 1513276794
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
King Lear is a prosperous but older man who plans to distribute his wealth among his three daughters in accordance to their declarations of love. Two shower him with compliments while the other is unable to participate in a false display of affection. King Lear decides to step down from the throne and gift his daughters with the spoils of his kingdom. As a test, the size of their inheritance will correlate with how well they flatter him. The two older children, Goneril and Regan, honor him with praise, but his youngest, Cordelia remains quiet. She genuinely loves her father but doesn’t engage in the pageantry. Due to her reluctance, King Lear disowns Cordelia, while his other daughters receive his riches. Once they are settled, Goneril and Regan, begin to marginalize their father, refusing to support him in his old age. This eventually drives him mad as he’s forced to acknowledge the error of his ways. The Tragedy of King Lear is a heartbreaking cautionary tale. The king’s downfall is a direct consequence of his own arrogance. It’s a powerful story that still resonates centuries after its first performance in the 1600s. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Tragedy of King Lear is both modern and readable.
Shakespeare's tragedy of King Lear ... With historical and explanatory notes by C. Kean, etc
Author: William ShakespeareKing Lear
Author: William ShakespearePublisher: 谷月社
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
King Lear is a tragedy by William Shakespeare in which the titular character descends into madness after disposing of his estate between two of his three daughters based on their flattery, bringing tragic consequences for all. Based on the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological pre-Roman Celtic king, the play has been widely adapted for the stage and motion pictures, with the title role coveted by many of the world's most accomplished actors. Originally drafted between 1603 and its first known performance on St. Stephen's Day in 1606, the first attribution to Shakespeare was a 1608 publication in a quarto of uncertain provenance; it may be an early draft or simply reflect the first performance text. The Tragedy of King Lear, a more theatrical revision, was included in the 1623 First Folio. Modern editors usually conflate the two, though some insist that each version has its individual integrity that should be preserved. After the Restoration, the play was often revised with a happy ending for audiences who disliked its dark and depressing tone, but since the 19th century Shakespeare's original version has been regarded as one of his supreme achievements. The tragedy is particularly noted for its probing observations on the nature of human suffering and kinship. George Bernard Shaw wrote, "No man will ever write a better tragedy than Lear".
Shakespeare's Tragedy of King Lear
Author: William ShakespearePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Britons
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
King Lear
Author: William ShakespearePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : English drama
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
The Tragedy of King Lear
Author: William ShakespearePublisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
"The Tragedy of King Lear" by William Shakespeare is a profound exploration of family, power, and the human condition. Set in ancient Britain, the play follows the titular character, King Lear, as he divides his kingdom among his three daughters, Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia, based on their expressions of love for him. However, Lear's rash decision leads to chaos and tragedy as he is betrayed by those closest to him and descends into madness. At the heart of the play is Lear's journey from arrogance and folly to humility and self-awareness. As Lear's world unravels around him, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the true nature of love and loyalty. Alongside Lear's story, the play explores themes of injustice, madness, and the destructive effects of unchecked ambition. The subplot involving Gloucester and his sons, Edgar and Edmund, further explores these themes, as Edmund's Machiavellian schemes lead to betrayal and tragedy within the family. The play's tragic conclusion leaves audiences contemplating the fragility of human relationships and the inevitability of suffering in the face of a chaotic and indifferent world. Through its rich language, complex characters, and timeless themes, "The Tragedy of King Lear" continues to captivate audiences with its searing portrayal of the human condition. Shakespeare's exploration of power, betrayal, and redemption offers profound insights into the complexities of the human psyche, making the play a timeless masterpiece that resonates with audiences across generations.